Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. True Tamplin is on a mission to bring financial literacy into schools. A credit card is a financial tool that allows you to make ...

Retailers offer discounts to their cardholders, but you need to understand the details before you apply. (iStock) Make a purchase at almost any department or chain store these days, and the clerk will ...

Don't open one without comparing your options first, because store cards typically don't offer as much value as cash back cards and travel cards. If you use a promotional 0% APR offer, pay off the ...

The Costco credit card offers rich rewards in popular categories, such as gas, travel and dining. The card charges no annual fee, but you'll need a Costco membership to apply for and use the card. You ...

Accepting credit cards requires a payment processor like Square or Stripe, a merchant account, and hardware like POS ...